Public Economics and Administration

General information

Students of the Public Economics and Administration study programme are prepared in a wide range interests, especially in terms of the national economy associated with redistribution processes and with the regulatory functions of a modern democratic state. The profile of graduates is based on a thorough mastery of economic theory, the ability to independently analyse and solve problems related with the functioning of the public sector, and an understanding of public sector laws.

A successful graduate is able to

understand problems of public economics and the public sector and work in managerial positions in public sector institutions

find and use relevant economic, legal, and other important information to analyse and evaluate practical problems

compare possible solutions to recognized public sector problems and evaluate the suitability of selected solutions

understand qualitative and quantitative methods for analysing the public sector and interpreting the results of statistical surveys

communicate in English at a good level and work with foreign scientific sources and identify and apply suitable tools in practice

work in non-governmental organizations in managerial positions

perceive the basic economic consequences of EU membership especially in the fields of public finance, public administration, and public policy

Graduate employment

Graduates in this field are prepared especially for working in economic and administrative professions in public and private non-profit sectors. The economist’s work in these sectors is particularly demanding in terms of the ability to perceive, understand, and respect political and social aspects of economic processes. The training therefore includes subjects such as public economy, public administration, social policy, regional and municipal economy, and public policy. The students learn to manage public resources effectively, both in terms of public earnings (tax system, tax and duty administration) and in terms of investing public money into various spheres. Graduates will be able to work in institutions such as tax offices, customs offices, employment offices, social security offices, court administration, prosecution offices, and penal systems, as well as schools, cultural institutions, hospitals, social services institutes, mass media, technical infrastructure and housing institutions, etc.